Generic Cream
Retin-A 0.1% - 1 x 20 gm Tube $108
Retin-A 0.1% - 1 x 45 gm Tube $125
Retin-A 0.1% - 3 x 45 gm Tubes $285
Brand Name Gel
Retin-A 0.01% 15 gm - 1 Tube $92
Retin-A 0.01% 45 gm - 1 Tube $130
Retin-A 0.01% 45 gm - 3 Tubes $298
Retin-A 0.025% 15 gm - 1 Tube $94
Retin-A 0.025% 45 gm - 1 Tube $139
Brand Name Cream
Retin-A .05% - 1 x 45 gm - $178
Retin-A 0.1% - 1 x 20 gm - $116
Retin-A 0.1% - 3 x 20 gm - $248
Retin-A 0.1% - 1 x 45 gm - $184
Retin-A 0.1% - 3 x 45 gm - $449 |
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Drug Uses
Retin-A is often used to improve the appearance and texture of the skin.
It produces a mild, superficial peel of the epidermis. Retin-A has effects
on the both the superficial (epidermis) and the deep (dermis) parts of the
skin. The major benefit is to decrease the effects of sunlight caused aging
by increasing the speed with which the surface cells are replaced.
How Taken
Apply a thin layer to affected area once a day at bedtime. Use a gauze pad
or cotton swab to apply the liquid. Wash your hands immediately after use.
Using this medication more frequently or in excessive amounts does not improve
the results, but may increase side effects. Avoid applying near the eyes,
mouth, or open cuts since this medication can irritate sensitive skin. Acne
may appear to worsen when the medication is first used; continue therapy.
It may take three to six weeks before the full benefits of this medication
are seen. Use mild soap when washing your face. Do not wash face excessively.
Abrasive soaps, cleansers, medicated creams or lotions can increase skin
irritation. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about their use. Use other
acne preparations with caution while using this medication.
Warnings/Precautions
This medication can increase sensitivity to sunlight, wind and cold. Avoid
prolonged exposure to the sun and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and
use an effective sunscreen. This medication should be used during pregnancy
only if clearly needed. It is not known if Retin-A appears in breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost
time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Possible Side Effects
Due to the possibility of irritation, it is advisable to begin treatment
on a small area of skin. Exposure to the sun or to ultraviolet rays causes
additional irritation. During treatment, such exposure should be avoided
as much as possible or a sun block should be used. During the first weeks
of treatment there may be an apparent worsening of the problem. Such a reaction
is perfectly normal because small cysts deep within the skin are being eliminated
at an accelerated rate. This medication can increase sensitivity wind and
cold. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing
and use an effective sunscreen. If any ingredient should cause hypersensitivity,
discontinue use.
Overdose
Applying Retin-A excessively will not produce faster or better results, and
marked redness, peeling, or discomfort could occur. Over dosage with other
retinoid has been associated with transient headache, facial flushing, celosias,
abdominal pain, dizziness and ataxia.
More Information
If you have been previously treated with keratolytic preparations or exfoliants,
you should wait until any skin rash clears up before beginning even low strength
treatment. Studies of the effect of this product on pregnant women are
incomplete. For this reason, it should only be applied when absolutely necessary
and always under a doctor's supervision. The effectiveness of Retin-A is
almost always accompanied by skin irritation. In the treatment of acne, this
phenomenon is directly related to the effectiveness of the product and disappears
once applications are more spaced out. Cosmetics may be used, but clean skin
thoroughly before applying the medication.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended
that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions,
precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient.
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